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[19th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Manipur as a case for imposing Article 356

PYQ Relevance: Q) Though the federal principle is dominant in our Constitution and that priniciple is one of its basic features, but it is equally true that federalism under the Indian Constitution leans in favour of a strong Centre, a feature that militates against the concept of strong federalism. (UPSC CSE 2014) Q) Given the… Continue reading [19th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Manipur as a case for imposing Article 356

[18th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘new’ Justitia and reimagining justice

PYQ Relevance:Q) The judicial systems in India and the UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices. (UPSC CSE 2020) Mentor’s Comment:  UPSC Mains have continuously focused on some micro themes in the… Continue reading [18th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘new’ Justitia and reimagining justice

[16th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Universities are different from religious institutions

PYQ Relevance:Q) Discuss the main objectives of Population Education and point out the measures to achieve them in India in detail. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains has always focused on Governance and Policy issues related to Education in India – Free and Compulsory Education (in 2022), National Education Policy (in 2021), and Inclusive… Continue reading [16th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Universities are different from religious institutions

[15th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A 2024 election result that leaves many astounded

PYQ Relevance:Q) Indian and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based. (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC has always focused on major countries like the USA (2018), Russia, and China (2024) as well as minor regions like ‘the Malay Peninsula’ (2017) whenever there are major… Continue reading [15th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A 2024 election result that leaves many astounded

[13th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Debating the ‘healthy longevity initiative’

PYQ Relevance:   Q) Public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest? (UPSC CSE 2015) Q) The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What… Continue reading [13th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Debating the ‘healthy longevity initiative’

[12th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The LAC agreement, the détentes and the questions

PYQ Relevance: Q) China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbour. (UPSC CSE 2014) Q) The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger ‘One… Continue reading [12th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The LAC agreement, the détentes and the questions

[11th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: States and the Centre’s fetter of ‘net borrowing ceiling’

PYQ Relevance: Q) What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and to strengthen federalism. (UPSC CSE 2024)Q) The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting a… Continue reading [11th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: States and the Centre’s fetter of ‘net borrowing ceiling’

[9th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Staying cool, but with clean tech, global collaborations

PYQ Relevance: Q) Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). What are the commitments made by India in this conference? (UPSC CSE 2021) Q) Do you think India will meet 50 percent of its energy needs from… Continue reading [9th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Staying cool, but with clean tech, global collaborations

[7th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A West Asia under Donald Trump

PYQ Relevance:Q) The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries. (UPSC CSE 2017)Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation? (UPSC CSE 2018)Q)… Continue reading [7th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A West Asia under Donald Trump

[6th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Rising STEM research demands revitalized education

PYQ Relevance: Q) National Education Policy, 2020 conforms with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement. (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) Besides the welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and the underprivileged sections of society. Discuss.… Continue reading [6th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Rising STEM research demands revitalized education

[5th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Big Tech’s fail — unsafe online spaces for women

PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space? (UPSC CSE 2019)Q) Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer. (UPSC CSE 2018)Q) Discuss the positive and… Continue reading [5th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Big Tech’s fail — unsafe online spaces for women

[4th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The BRICS summit boost to India-Iran ties

PYQ Relevance: Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation? (UPSC CSE 2018)Q) The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries. (UPSC CSE… Continue reading [4th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The BRICS summit boost to India-Iran ties

[2nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Nilgiris as a shared wilderness

PYQ Relevance: Q) How does biodiversity vary in India? How is the Biological Diversity Act,2002 helpful in conservation of flora and fauna? (UPSC CSE 2018) Q) How can the mountain ecosystem be restored from the negative impact of development initiatives and tourism? (UPSC CSE 2019) Q) Examine the status of forest resources of India and… Continue reading [2nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Nilgiris as a shared wilderness

[31st October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Importing a toxic work culture into India

PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space? (UPSC CSE 2019)Q) Are we losing our local identity for the global identity? Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2019)Q) “Though women in post-independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and the feminist movement has been patriarchal.”… Continue reading [31st October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Importing a toxic work culture into India

[30th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A picture of a growing economic divide in India

PYQ Relevance: Q) Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions? (UPSC CSE 2020)Q) How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position? (UPSC CSE… Continue reading [30th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A picture of a growing economic divide in India

[29th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The under-representation of women in the judiciary

PYQ Relevance: Q) Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness. (UPSC CSE 2021)Q) Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgment on ‘The National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to the appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India. (UPSC CSE 2017) Mentor’s Comment:… Continue reading [29th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The under-representation of women in the judiciary

[28th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The private sector holds the key to India’s e-bus push

PYQ Relevance: Q) Why is Public Private Partnership (PPP) required in infrastructural projects? Examine the role of PPP model in the redevelopment of Railway Stations in India. (UPSC CSE 2022) Q) Examine the development of Airports in India through joint ventures under Public – Private Partnership (PPP) model. What are the challenges faced by the… Continue reading [28th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The private sector holds the key to India’s e-bus push

[26th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sharpen the anti-defection law, strengthen democracy

PYQ Relevance: Q) The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law, which was legislated but with a different intention? (UPSC CSE 2013) Q) The Individual Parliamentarian’s… Continue reading [26th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sharpen the anti-defection law, strengthen democracy

[25th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Gaza war and the Global South’s ‘interventions’

PYQ Relevance: [2018] India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back.” Discuss.[2022] How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics?Prelims:[2013]  The term “two-state solution” is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of: (a) China (b) Israel (c)… Continue reading [25th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Gaza war and the Global South’s ‘interventions’

[24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

PYQ Relevance: Q) Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is a draconian act leading to cases of human right abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by the activists. Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by Apex Court.… Continue reading [24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

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